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PHOTOS: How DC celebrated past sports champions

Dan Friedell | dfriedell@wtop.com

June 10, 2018, 4:03 PM

Washington Redskins defensive end Dexter Manley holds the championship trophy in his right hand as he leans out a bus during a parade honoring the world professional football championship team in Washington, D.C., Feb. 3, 1988. The Redskins beat the Broncos by a score of 42-10 to win Super Bowl XXII. (AP Photo/Barry Thumma)

WASHINGTON — The Washington Capitals are home from winning the Stanley Cup in Las Vegas. They are holding a parade and rally starting Tuesday morning at 11 a.m. on Constitution Avenue.

Take a look back at some of the victory parades and rallies for D.C. sports teams from past years.

Washington Redskins coach Joe Gibbs, surrounded by his players, holds the Vince Lombardi trophy during a rally for the Super Bowl champions on the Mall in Washington, D.C., Jan. 28, 1992. The Redskins defeated the Buffalo Bills in the Super Bowl XXVI game, 37-24. Redskins linebacker Ravin Caldwell is at left. (AP Photo/Doug Mills)
Washington Redskins coach Joe Gibbs, surrounded by his players, holds the Vince Lombardi trophy during a rally for the Super Bowl champions on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., Jan. 28, 1992. The Redskins defeated the Buffalo Bills in Super Bowl XXVI, 37-24. Redskins linebacker Ravin Caldwell is at left. (AP Photo/Doug Mills)
AP Photo/Doug Mills
Washington Redskins defensive end Dexter Manley holds the championship trophy in his right hand as he leans out a bus during a parade honoring the world professional football championship team in Washington, D.C., Feb. 3, 1988. The Redskins beat the Broncos by a score of 42-10 to win Super Bowl XXII. (AP Photo/Barry Thumma)
Washington Redskins defensive end Dexter Manley holds the championship trophy in his right hand as he leans out a bus during the parade honoring the Super Bowl winners on Feb. 3, 1988. The Redskins beat the Broncos by a score of 42-10 to win Super Bowl XXII. (AP Photo/Barry Thumma)
AP Photo/Barry Thumma
President Reagan readies to throw a football to Washington Redskins' receiver Ricky Sanders during ceremonies honoring the Super Bowl XXII champions at the White House in Washington, D.C., Feb. 4, 1988. The ball was presented to the president by quarterback Doug Williams. The Redskins defeated the Denver Broncos 42-10, at Jack Murphy stadium in San Diego, Calif. (AP Photo/Doug Mills)
President Reagan readies to throw a football to Washington Redskins’ receiver Ricky Sanders during ceremonies honoring the Super Bowl XXII champions at the White House on Feb. 4, 1988. The ball was presented to the president by quarterback Doug Williams. The Redskins defeated the Denver Broncos 42-10, at Jack Murphy stadium in San Diego, Calif. (AP Photo/Doug Mills)
AP Photo/Doug Mills
Thousands of Washington Redskins fans line Constitution Avenue in preparation for a parade in honor of the champions of Super Bowl XVII, Feb. 2, 1983. A constant downpour failed to dampen the spirits of the crowd, which stood in the rain for two hours for their football heroes. (AP Photo/Ira Schwarz)
Thousands of Washington Redskins fans line Constitution Avenue in preparation for a parade in honor of the champions of Super Bowl XVII, Feb. 2, 1983. A constant downpour failed to dampen the spirits of the crowd, which stood in the rain for two hours for their football heroes. (AP Photo/Ira Schwarz)
AP Photo/Ira Schwarz
One of the buses containing members of the Washington Redskins World Champion football team pass by the U.S. Capitol during a parade in a driving rain storm, Feb. 2, 1983. Thousands of District of Columbia residents stood in the rain to honor the team. (AP Photo)
One of the buses containing members of the Washington Redskins passes the U.S. Capitol during a parade in a driving rain storm, Feb. 2, 1983. Thousands of D.C. fans stood in the rain to honor the team. (AP Photo)
AP Photo
DC United coach Tom Rongen holds the 1999 MLS Championship Cup during the victory parade in downtown Washington Tuesday Nov. 23, 1999, as General Manager Kevin Payne gives a thumbs up. Hundreds gathered at Freedom Plaza to greet the three-time champs, who shut out the LA Galaxy 2-0 Sunday. (AP Photo/Doug Mills)
Don’t forget D.C. United: Coach Tom Rongen holds the 1999 MLS Cup during the victory parade in downtown Washington on Nov. 23, 1999. General Manager Kevin Payne gives a thumbs up. Fans gathered at Freedom Plaza to greet the three-time champs, who defeated the LA Galaxy 2-0. (AP Photo/Doug Mills)
AP Photo/Doug Mills
Washington Mayor Anthony Williams participates in the DC United victory gathering for the 1999 MLS Championship Cup in downtown Washington Tuesday Nov. 23, 1999. Hundreds gathered at Freedom Plaza to greet the three-time champs, who shut out the LA Galaxy 2-0 Sunday. (AP Photo/Doug Mills)
Washington Mayor Anthony Williams participates in the DC United victory celebration after D.C. United won the 1999 MLS Cup. (AP Photo/Doug Mills)
AP Photo/Doug Mills
President Carter greets "Tiny," the mascot of NBA champions the Washington Bullets, during a reception for the team and supporters at the White House in Washington on June 10, 1978. (AP Photo/Barry Thumma)
President Jimmy Carter greets “Tiny,” the mascot of NBA champions the Washington Bullets, during a reception for the team and supporters at the White House in Washington on June 10, 1978. The Bullets defeated the Seattle Supersonics to win their only NBA title. (AP Photo/Barry Thumma)
AP Photo/Barry Thumma
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Washington Redskins coach Joe Gibbs, surrounded by his players, holds the Vince Lombardi trophy during a rally for the Super Bowl champions on the Mall in Washington, D.C., Jan. 28, 1992. The Redskins defeated the Buffalo Bills in the Super Bowl XXVI game, 37-24. Redskins linebacker Ravin Caldwell is at left. (AP Photo/Doug Mills)
Washington Redskins defensive end Dexter Manley holds the championship trophy in his right hand as he leans out a bus during a parade honoring the world professional football championship team in Washington, D.C., Feb. 3, 1988. The Redskins beat the Broncos by a score of 42-10 to win Super Bowl XXII. (AP Photo/Barry Thumma)
President Reagan readies to throw a football to Washington Redskins' receiver Ricky Sanders during ceremonies honoring the Super Bowl XXII champions at the White House in Washington, D.C., Feb. 4, 1988. The ball was presented to the president by quarterback Doug Williams. The Redskins defeated the Denver Broncos 42-10, at Jack Murphy stadium in San Diego, Calif. (AP Photo/Doug Mills)
Thousands of Washington Redskins fans line Constitution Avenue in preparation for a parade in honor of the champions of Super Bowl XVII, Feb. 2, 1983. A constant downpour failed to dampen the spirits of the crowd, which stood in the rain for two hours for their football heroes. (AP Photo/Ira Schwarz)
One of the buses containing members of the Washington Redskins World Champion football team pass by the U.S. Capitol during a parade in a driving rain storm, Feb. 2, 1983. Thousands of District of Columbia residents stood in the rain to honor the team. (AP Photo)
DC United coach Tom Rongen holds the 1999 MLS Championship Cup during the victory parade in downtown Washington Tuesday Nov. 23, 1999, as General Manager Kevin Payne gives a thumbs up. Hundreds gathered at Freedom Plaza to greet the three-time champs, who shut out the LA Galaxy 2-0 Sunday. (AP Photo/Doug Mills)
Washington Mayor Anthony Williams participates in the DC United victory gathering for the 1999 MLS Championship Cup in downtown Washington Tuesday Nov. 23, 1999. Hundreds gathered at Freedom Plaza to greet the three-time champs, who shut out the LA Galaxy 2-0 Sunday. (AP Photo/Doug Mills)
President Carter greets "Tiny," the mascot of NBA champions the Washington Bullets, during a reception for the team and supporters at the White House in Washington on June 10, 1978. (AP Photo/Barry Thumma)

Dan Friedell

Dan Friedell is a digital writer for WTOP. He came to the D.C. area in 2007 to work as digital editor for USATODAY.com, and since then has worked for a number of local and national news organizations.

dfriedell@wtop.com

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